Since 1936

In 1936 Walter Pierce founded Pierce's Trading Post & Skate Exchange at 9th & Marquette in Minneapolis. Since that time, we have been "Where the Skaters Go!"  Today, three generations later, Pierce Skate & Ski is still family owned and operated.

Trade-In Program

One of the cornerstones of our skate department is our trade-in program aimed specifically at kids and their constantly growing feet.

Expert Staff

Custom Fitting by the nation's largest staff of:

• PSA Rated coaches
• Gold Test Skaters
• Current Competitors

all of our salespeople are actively involved in the sport and actually use the equipment from the brands we sell.

Net Result = You are dealing with people who have "been there and done that"

Blueprinting

All of our customers undergo a thorough question and answer session that includes the following:

• Input from your coach
• Proper socks  
• Measurement of both feet for length and width

Net Result = Correct Fit &                             Equipment Recommendations

Customization

Correct fit and equipment recommendations are the essential 1^st step in your skate investment. Customization and personalization is the 2^nd. The following services are provided at no additional charge with your boot and blade purchase:

• Heat Molding & Compression Fitting
• Waterproofing
• Blade Mounting
• Expert Sharpening

Net Result = Maximum Skating                                                            Performance & Comfort

Spanning the Globe!

Whether its our domestic customer base or our foreign; our sales and service ability is catching on all around the world!

Pictured left is Alexi Mishin "The Coach of Champions" on his last visit to Pierce.

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